It’s National Hummus Day tomorrow! How should we get this party started? Truthfully, celebrating your love for the spread needs no occasion, but this is a national food holiday in which I proudly participate each year. My approach isn’t very fancy, doesn’t require much time, effort, or ingredients…it’s more of a true ode to hummus, because the hummus itself is the star of the event.

Take, for instance, this flatbread. Appetizer extraordinaire! Completely informal yet healthful, and satisfying.. plus fiercely customizable. The way I see it, this is the perfect go-to for an afternoon snack or pre-dinner appy to tide you over before you make dinner.

And it happens to be the ultimate reflection of my appetizer philosophy…a little messy, a lot of flavor, strong potential to become actual dinner.

I smeared Sabra’s Roasted Pine Nut Hummus on flatbread, then topped it will all sorts of goodies. The only thing that could make this flatbread better is dipping the thing in more hummus. I’m heavily biased, but I also deeply believe Sabra’s Spinach & Artichoke, Tuscan Herb Garden, or Basil Pesto hummus would work like a dream in this application, too.

One of the best parts about this recipe (aside from the fact that it requires only a handful of minutes to prepare) is it’s healthful with plant-based nutrition. Flatbread made with whole grains (you can use store-bought whole wheat or gluten-free flatbread, or even make your own), protein-packed hummus, and fiber from the veggies leads us to a healthful snack that we can use as a go-to any time of the day. It’s a great concept for an unofficial meal to keep your hangry monster at bay before dinner.

Another major win? You can really approach this flatbread however you’d like. It doesn’t have to be a formal recipe. You can top with any fresh seasonal veggies, cheese, nuts and seeds you happen to have in your pantry. Go Greek by doing a cucumber, kalamata olive, tomato situation if you’re into themes.

Comments

It’s like you were creating this recipe just for me! This is everything I love piled on top of flatbread. Which I also love. Because bread. Hummus day has to be one of the best days of the year! Have a great weekend, Julia!

I personally think every day should be National Hummus Day. And I would celebrate by eating this gorg flatbread. Those little hunks of pesto paired with the creamy hummus and tangy sundried tomatoes. Good lawd! Sign me the f up.